BioBased Technologies relocates lab to Northwest Georgia

Posted Date:
4/15/2014

[Springdale, Ark.]BioBased Technologies LLC, a leader in the sales and marketing of Agrol, a bio-based family of polyols used in manufacturing, announced it has relocated its state-of-the-art laboratory to Dalton, Ga. Ken Mitchell, BioBased Technologies chief technical officer, said the company opted to move its lab from Northwest Arkansas to Northwestern Georgia in order to be closer to a number of its customers.

“BioBased Technologies has always provided outstanding technical support to our customers,” said Mitchell. “This move will enable us to service their needs on an even timelier basis. In addition, this new location will allow us to get more immediate feedback from our customers while providing personalized technical support.”

The company is headquartered in Springdale, Ark. Mitchell will manage the Dalton facility.

“We are excited that BioBased Technologies chose to locate in Whitfield County,” said Andrew Carnes, vice president of economic development at the Greater Dalton Chamber of Commerce. “They are doing incredible work in the area of sustainability for their customers and it’s anticipated that this move will only increase their relationships with their customer base. They also bring a diverse industry to our community, which we welcome.”

According to the company the 7,500-square-foot laboratory will begin operation April 15 and is located at 634 S. Glenwood Place. According to Mitchell, BioBased Technologies plans to add 15 to 20 jobs over the next couple of years in the Dalton facility. The jobs will include chemical engineers, chemists and lab technicians.

“Our employees are all dedicated and committed to our goal of helping our customers meet their demands for quality products that will dramatically reduce their impact on our environment,” said Mitchell. “We look forward to creating even more innovative products in our new lab.”